Can you help me understand this English question?

Please avoid plagiarism

Use simple words.

This assignment is also linked to the same topic you were writing about.

Follow the steps below:

First Research Presentation – you will briefly present in class on the status of your research project. The class will discuss the substantive issues of the project, your progress to date, raise questions and any concerns that you or the class may have regarding the project. This is an opportunity to get additional feedback/input on your project. This is an ungraded pass/fail activity and should be 5-10 minutes, provide a thesis statement and the next steps you will pursue to successfully complete the project.